Pre and post-designation reputation management

By their nature, many sanctions cases include a prominent reputation management element.

Carter-Ruck’s unrivalled expertise in media law means that we are particularly well-placed to assist in addressing the concerns of individuals and entities that are not yet designated, but believe they are at risk of being targeted with restrictive measures. The majority of sanctions designation decisions are taken on the basis of public (and usually online) materials. The firm’s expertise in media law means that we are able to address inaccurate allegations which may be circulating in the public domain in order to reduce the risk of designation.

Equally, following a successful de-listing it can often be necessary to carry out a “rehabilitation” of the formerly-designated person’s reputation. There can be a litany of complications arising from the historic designation, for example the continued publication of the allegations which underpinned the designation, or references on KYC amalgamators/websites erroneously suggesting that the sanctions are still in place.
Should it become necessary, we are also uniquely able to respond quickly and authoritatively to press interest directed to our clients.